The A39 is closed in both directions between Carhampton and Washford, while a stretch of the A361 road between Taunton and Street has been closed since lunchtime.

The flooded stretch of the road is between East Lyng and Burrowbridge, and some parts of the road are reported to be under three feet of water.

Towns and villages across Somerset are also taking action against flooding overnight after more than 40mm of rain fell on Saturday.

Cornwall and Devon were badly hit, with many homes in Cornwall evacuated after the Environment Agency issued four severe flood warnings - the most urgent alert it can give - in Polperro, Helston, Perranporth and Lostwithiel.

In Exeter, one woman in her 20s died and two others were injured when a tree fell on Western Way.

A Devon and Cornwall Police spokesman said: “This is a tragic incident and our thoughts are with the deceased’s family and friends. We are currently trying to contact the next of kin.”

Police will be preparing a report for the coroner and will carry out a scene investigation on Sunday in daylight.

At 2am this morning, more than 150 flood warnings and alerts were in place across the South West, including areas near all rivers in Somerset.

For live updates and the latest Environment Agency flood information, see the panel below.

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